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Free Level 2 Autism Course Online – Cambridge Regional College Science Park Campus

CostFREE
Duration15 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyTraining Qualifications UK awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Autism Course. Study online, at your own pace, fitting learning around your other commitments. The course covers autism spectrum conditions, common traits and diagnosis, person-centred approaches, and how positive communication can make a real difference to people's lives. You'll also explore how to support individuals with autism to live healthy and fulfilled lives. The course runs over 15 weeks. You'll need a laptop or PC with internet access to take part, and you'll complete an English initial assessment before you start.

Who this course is for

Our Understanding Autism course will give you an understanding of autism and the principles of supporting individuals with autism. You will look at the person-centred approach and the influence that positive communication methods can have and will gain an understanding of how individuals with autism can be supported to live healthy and fulfilled lives.

Unit 1: Common traits and diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder

This unit will provide you with an understanding of autistic spectrum conditions, the dyad of impairments and the importance of professional diagnosis of autism spectrum conditions.

Unit 2: Sources of information, support, legislation, and guidance relevant to Autism Spectrum Conditions

This unit covers the legislation and guidance relevant to autism spectrum conditions and helps you to understand ways to support individuals on the autism spectrum. This unit will also help you to understand the help and support available for individuals with autism spectrum disorder.

Unit 3: Living with Autism Spectrum Conditions

This unit covers the effect autism spectrum conditions have on an individual’s sensory experiences, the impact those conditions have on the family of an individual on the autism spectrum and the societal impact on individuals on the autism spectrum. This unit will also help you to understand the impact of the physical environment upon individuals on the autism spectrum.

Unit 4: Best practice relating to Autism Spectrum Conditions

This unit covers the experience of living with autism, how to support individuals to maintain their personal safety and the purpose of positive risk-taking. This unit will also help you to know how to support individuals with transitions, life events, accessing services and facilities and how to support individuals with employment.

Entry requirements

To enrol on one of our fantastic courses you will need to be able to access a laptop or PC with internet access. Courses are fully funded subject to learner eligibility although you must complete an English initial assessment to ensure this type of delivery is the right one for you. Please note that you will be liable for a GBP100 administration fee should you choose to not complete your qualification upon allocation of your tutor.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the common traits and diagnosis of autism spectrum conditions.
  • You'll learn about person-centred approaches to supporting autistic individuals.
  • You'll explore how positive communication methods can improve outcomes for people with autism.
  • You'll gain knowledge of how to support individuals with autism to live healthy and fulfilled lives.
  • You'll understand the principles of supporting autistic people in everyday settings.

How you will learn

You study entirely online, working through units at your own pace with tutor support. Before you start, you complete an English initial assessment to confirm this style of learning suits you. Assessment is based on the units you work through during the course. You'll need a laptop or PC with a reliable internet connection.

What you will need to bring

You'll need a laptop or PC with internet access. Cambridge Regional College Science Park Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Support Worker. Assist autistic individuals in care or community settings.
  • Care Assistant. Provide day-to-day support in residential or home care.
  • Learning Support Assistant. Help autistic pupils in schools or colleges.
  • Community Support Worker. Support autistic adults to live independently.
  • Autism Support Worker. Specialist role working directly with autistic individuals.
  • Healthcare Support Worker. Entry-level NHS or care-sector support role.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Award in Autism. Deepen your knowledge and take on more responsibility in a support role.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Care. A broader health and social care qualification that opens more roles in the sector.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care. The next step if you want to move into a senior support or team leader position.
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